Allegations link Julius Malema, Feroz Khan, and private networks to parliamentary and police intelligence concerns
via The Namibian2 min read
Alleged WhatsApp messages reportedly connect EFF leader Julius Malema, suspended Crime Intelligence deputy head Major-General Feroz Khan, and businessman Mohammadh Sayed, raising questions about the use of parliamentary oversight and police intelligence. Commission investigator Tshepo Nyatlo's court papers claim Khan sought Malema's assistance in Parliament to question former inspector-general of intelligence Setlhomamaru Isaac Dintwe, with some questions allegedly drafted by Khan. The affidavit also suggests Malema requested details for a criminal case involving VBS Mutual Bank curator Anoosh Rooplal from Sayed, after which Khan allegedly shared Rooplal's name and address. Khan is scheduled to appear before the commission on July 1, 2026. Separately, Malema's R1 million defamation case against Patriotic Alliance deputy president Kenny Kunene was struck from the Gauteng High Court roll due to an administrative error, with Malema ordered to pay Kunene's legal costs. The case stemmed from Kunene's statements on "Podcast and Chill with MacG" linking Malema to alleged criminal syndicates. The allegations concerning Malema, Khan, and private networks prompt concerns about the potential exchange of influence among politicians, police intelligence figures, and businesspeople, and whether state intelligence was used for public safety or private interests.
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